Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or are just quickly passing through, our Alicante Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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ALC Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Alicante-Elche Airport.
What to Expect
Alicante Airport (code: ALC) is a modern terminal split into two sections (C Gates and B Gates) to separate Schengen and non-Schengen passengers. However, flights within the Schengen area use both terminal areas. The airport hosts various shops and eateries, most located on the airside. WiFi is available, and there are charging areas with Internet/computer access points throughout the terminal. Economy class passengers can pay to use the private airport lounge. See Airport Lounges in the guide below.
Sleeping in Alicante Airport
Travellers rate the airport as clean, safe and a pleasant place to spend the night. Armrest-free seating is available, but some travellers opted for floor sleeping in various quiet nooks. Those considering the floor should bring a sleeping bag and/or travel mat. Here are a few good sleep spots that travellers have reported:
Landside
- Many reviewers mention the arrivals hall as a quiet place to sleep with benches and no armrests.
- Past baggage claim, turn left, and there is a large corridor where the lefts are turned off at night. Some chairs here are cited as a good place to set up camp.
Airside
- Nothing has been reported yet.
For uninterrupted sleep, there are several hotels near the airport. See Airport Hotels in the guide below.
Read the latest traveller airport reviews for more tips. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Alicante Airport Guide.
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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
The airport is open 24 hours.
Rest & Relaxations Zones
There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Cots
The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the terminal sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Alicante Airport:
- Hotel Areca » Check Rates
- Hostal La Posada » Check Rates
- Hotel Dona Isabel » Check Rates
- Hostal Meseguer » Check Rates
- Hostal Pensimar » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near Alicante Airport that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter through a lounge membership program. Visit the individual lounge page for more details about the lounge itself and learn how to gain access with just an economy class ticket!
- Sala VIP Costa Blanca – Location: Airside, Ground Floor, between Gates C45/46. Hours: 5:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (€39.45) • Prepaid Lounge Pass • Lounge membership program.
Related Pages: Alicante Airport Lounges
Drinking Water
A reader tells us, “there is a water fountain for filling water bottles on the left once you pass through security.” (February 2025)
Food & Drinks
Food concessions throughout the terminal operate with varying schedules. There are two airside restaurants operating 24-hours: Deli&Cia. Location: Floor 0, Arrivals • EAT. Location: Floor 2. Airside. Vending machines are also available in the terminal.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
- Lockers can be found in the public area on Floor 2. Rates: unknown.
- Grupo21 provides a luggage storage service. You can drop off your items between 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM and pick up your items from 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM. The company also offers home delivery services. Storage prices range from 4,20€ – 10,00€ for 2 hours – 24 hours (small item) or 6,30€ – 10.00€ for 2 – 24 hours (bulky item).
Mobile Charging
Locations: Floor 0, Arrivals Hall • Floor 2, Departures Hall • Floor 2, Commercial Area • Floor 2, Boarding Gates B22-23 • Floor 2, Boarding Gates B32-33 • Floor 2, Boarding Gates 46-47.
Showers
Showers are not available.
WiFi/Internet
Free WiFi is available at Alicante Airport. Select the “Airport Free WiFi Aena” and log in using your email, Facebook or LinkedIn account.
Airport Conditions
If you plan to spend the night at the airport, here are a few things to keep in mind:
- Temperature – Like many airports, Alicante Airport can get chilly at night, so pack an extra layer and a blanket if possible.
Lighting – Reviewers have noted that after the last flight, the majority of lights are switched off in the arrivals hall. The corridor mentioned above also offers a darker place to rest. Other areas remain brightly lit throughout the night, so arrive prepared with a sleep mask or something else to cover your eyes, such as a shirt or towel.
Noise – A traveller mentioned loud maintenance work throughout the night (2023), but no other specific noise issues seem to be a regular concern. Ear plugs or noise-cancelling headphones may be helpful.
Safety & Security
We have had reports of some airport guests looking for money. Keep your wits about you, and if you’re not feeling safe, let airport security know.
At the time of this update, we have no reports from travellers commenting on safety issues at Alicante Airport. Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s essential to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables.
Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Please don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who awoke without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay alert, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
More Airport information
Chapel – Located at Terminal 1, Level 1.
Currency Exchange – There are 2 Global Exchange offices: Floor 2, Boarding zone • Floor 2, Non-Schengen Zone.
Drinking Water – See “Drinking Water” above.
Duty-Free & Shopping – There are three duty-free stores: The Arrivals Shop (Floor 0, Airside. Hours: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM.) • The Express Shop (Floor 2, Airside. Hours: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM) • The Main Duty-Free Shop (Floor 2, Airside. Hours: 4:00 AM – 12:00 PM).
Family Services – The following services are available:
- Baby Care Facilities: Baby change facilities and children’s toilet areas are available throughout all terminal toilets.
- Children’s Play Area: When you want to ensure your kids burn off all their energy before their flight, take them to the children’s play area. Locations: Airside, Floor 2 • Landside, Arrivals at Baggage Claim Carousel Areas 1-7, 8-11 and 12-14.
- Nursing Room: A comfortable place to breastfeed (armchairs, microwaves, changing tables, and more) in private is available. Location: Airside, Floor 2, Gate B34-B35.
- Stroller Rentals: Free strollers are available in the following locations: Baggage Claim Carousel Areas 1-7, 8-14 and 20-22 and on Floor 0, delivery deposit area.
Food / Beverages – see “Food & Drinks” above.
Information Desk – Location: Floor 2, Landside, Departures Hall • Floor 2, Airside • Floor 0, Arrivals (mobile unit during busy times).
Luggage Storage & Lockers – see “Luggage Storage & Lockers” above.
Luggage Wrapping – Grupo21 provides luggage wrapping services. Rates: unknown.
Medical Services – A first aid office is on Floor 0, Arrivals Hall. The airport has 13 Defibrillators stations throughout the terminal.
Mobile Charging – see “Mobile Charging” above.
Pharmacy – Farmacia, Floor 0, Landside. Hours: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM and closes 30 minutes later in high season.
Police – Location: Floor 0, Arrivals Hall.
Rest Zones – see “Rest & Relaxation Zones” above.
Showers – see “Showers” above.
SIM Cards – A reader has asked us to include where to buy SIM Cards. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.
Smoking – The airport does not yet have a designated smoking room. You must leave the terminal building before you light up.
VAT Refund Desk – If you are a non-resident in the EU, you can claim a refund on the taxes you paid for your purchases in Spain. Location: Floor 0, Arrivals Hall.
WiFi – See “WiFi/Internet” above.
Bus
Alicante Airport is well connected with the bus system including at least three city buses and four intercity buses. The C-6 bus route runs between the terminal and Alicante city centre. The bus stop area is located on the 2nd floor of the airport terminal for all buses. For route maps, schedules and additional fare information, visit the Vectalia Subús website.
Car Rentals
The following car rental agencies are located in the Arrivals Hall: Avis/Budget • Centauro • Europcar • Firefy • Goldcar • Ok Mobility • Record Rent a Car • Sixt. Location: Arrivals, P1.
Hotel Shuttles
See also Airport Hotels above.
Taxis
Metered airport taxis are available just outside of the Arrivals Hall. The Radio Taxi Elche information desk inside the Arrivals Hall is open from 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM. Trips to and from ALC airport are charged an airport supplement fee of € 4.25 in addition to the metered fare. For fares and route options, visit the Alicante Airport website.
Last updated: 2024-08-26
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